Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Explained
Australia plans to ban social media for under-16s. Our guide explains when it starts, which apps are included, and how it will work. Stay informed on this major policy shift.
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Five Teens Challenge Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban
Five Australian teenagers are legally challenging a new law banning under-16s from social media. Explore the landmark case, its arguments, and the global implications for digital rights.
Piers Morgan lands $30m backing for Uncensored
Piers Morgan's Uncensored lands $30m investment to expand into a global media business, valuing the venture at $130m. Discover the investors and ambitious plans.
Piers Morgan's Uncensored valued at £97m in new funding
Piers Morgan secures $30m investment for his Uncensored media brand, valuing it at $130m. Backers include Raine Group and Theo Kyriakou as he plans global expansion.
Horses horror game banned from Steam and Epic Games Store
Indie horror game Horses, from acclaimed developer Santa Ragione, has been removed from major storefronts. We explore the controversy and whether the ban is justified.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Begins Next Week
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s from next Wednesday. The law, sparked by tragedy, aims to protect mental health but faces fierce opposition. Could the UK follow?
Australia's Tough New Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Australia enforces one of the world's strictest social media bans for children under 16 this week. We explore the mental health crisis behind the law, its impact on young influencers, and the fierce debate it has ignited.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Begins Next Week
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s next Wednesday, aiming to protect children from addiction and cyberbullying. The landmark law sparks fierce debate.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban: Key Details
Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Here's how it will work, which platforms are included, and what it means for users. Get the full explainer.
AI accounts on TikTok get billions of views
A new report reveals hundreds of AI-focused TikTok accounts are spreading anti-immigrant and sexualised content, garnering billions of views. Discover the findings and TikTok's response.
Australia's Social Media Ban for Teens Begins 10 Dec
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. We explain which platforms are included, how age checks work, and if a delay is possible. Get the full details.
800,000 UK toddlers on social media, CSJ warns
Shocking figures reveal over 800,000 UK children aged 3-5 use social media. Former minister Lord Nash demands a public health campaign and age limit of 16. Read the full report.
Meta deactivates under-16 accounts in Australia's social media ban
Meta is notifying underage Instagram and Facebook users in Australia that their accounts will be deactivated under new laws. Discover how the age verification process works and its implications.
White House launches website targeting 'biased' media
The Trump administration has launched a new website section cataloguing media outlets it accuses of biased reporting. Explore the latest escalation in the White House's war on journalism.
Tech CEOs Launch Media Outlet to Counter Press Bias
Silicon Valley's top executives are creating their own media platform to challenge what they call biased journalism. Discover their strategy and industry reactions.
Rothermere's 20-Year Telegraph Bid for Media Power
Daily Mail owner Lord Rothermere reignites his two-decade ambition to acquire Telegraph titles, potentially creating Britain's most powerful conservative media empire. Read the full analysis.
BBC accused of censorship over edited Reith lecture
Historian Rutger Bregman accuses BBC of cowardice after it removed his Trump corruption remark from Reith lecture broadcast, sparking free speech debate.
Kerry O'Brien Sounds Alarm for Australian Media Crisis
Veteran journalist Kerry O'Brien delivers powerful Walkley Awards speech warning of Australian media's existential threat. Read his urgent call to action.
BBC bans Trump 'corrupt' quote after legal threat
The BBC has told staff not to quote a line calling Donald Trump 'the most openly corrupt president' after legal advice. Dutch writer Rutger Bregman accuses the corporation of cowardice.
Horror Game Horses Banned From Steam, Heads to Epic
Italian horror game Horses faces Steam ban over explicit content concerns, launching December 2 on Epic Games Store. Developer fears financial collapse without Steam access.
Teens Challenge Australia's Social Media Ban
Two 15-year-olds launch a High Court challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Read the latest.
Teens fight Australia's social media ban in High Court
Two 15-year-olds launch a landmark legal challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Discover the constitutional fight.
BBC accused of censoring Trump criticism
Dutch writer Rutger Bregman claims BBC removed his description of Trump as 'most openly corrupt president' from Reith Lecture following legal pressure. Read the full story.
Snapchat to block 440k Australian under-16 users
Australian Snapchat users under 16 face account lockdown from 10 December 2025. Learn how age verification works and appeal options if wrongly banned.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Explained
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Discover which platforms are included, how age checks work, and the appeal process for wrongful bans.
Teen Vogue's closure signals end of progressive youth media
The folding of Teen Vogue into Vogue marks the end of an era for feminist journalism under Trump's administration. Discover how political pressures and advertising boycotts silenced progressive voices.
Conservative lawyer Daniel Suhr influences US media via FCC
Chicago lawyer Daniel Suhr has become influential in US media regulation through FCC chair Brendan Carr, securing unprecedented changes at major networks through legal complaints about bias.
Sports Media Enters Its Most Disruptive Decade
Explore how fan demand for control and relevance is fragmenting sports broadcasting. Discover the new hybrid models and what it means for the future of live sport.
Samoa PM bans newspaper from press conferences
Samoa's Prime Minister has suspended the Samoa Observer from press briefings, triggering widespread condemnation from political leaders and press freedom advocates. Explore the implications for democracy.
Meta begins Australian teen account shutdowns
Meta starts notifying Australian teens under 16 that their Facebook, Instagram and Threads accounts will be deactivated by December 10. Affected users can download content or return at 16.
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